Can you do a Hysterectomy and Tummy Tuck?

Hi,
This is my first time on the forum. I just found out that I need a Total Hysterectomy and will have it done in April. I am 52 and wondered if a tummy tuck is possible also? How do you approach your Ob/GYN about that? Is it a huge additional cost and does it extend your recovery time? I am scared and full of questions. I have always been pretty healthy and active. I have had two great kids and expecting my first grandchild in August. I would like to continue being a healthy, youthful, good looking grandma. I would appreciate any advice on the inclusion of a tummy tuck with the total hysterectomy. Also, I am so thankful to have found this site. It has already been a blessing to me. You are helping lots of us. Thanks
Jan5

Hi, Jan5. I am 52, also, and had my TAH/BSO in December. I can't speak from personal experience as I didn't have a tummy tuck but the lady I work with did when she had her hysterectomy. I have also read one or two post here where the ladies were having this procedure. The lady I work with said it did take her a little longer to recover (about 10 weeks) but of course that might not apply to everyone. I have been told since this is considered cosmetic surgery most insurance companies won't pay for it. As far as asking your OB/GYN, I would just come out and ask him/her. I made a whole list of questions to ask mine, everything from type of incision to would he recommend an abdominal binder after surgery, that I really doubt your doctor would mind.

Good Luck to you. I know it's easy for us "crowned" princesses to say, but the waiting is truly the worst part.

Sure you can have tummy tucks, insurance companies don't pay for most cosmetic, but I hear the procedure can be arranged, gyn and surgeon...You will need to ask around for a good surgeon, but many do have it done. It runs around $5,000. You can make arrangments with the surgeon for payment.

Don't know how long the recovery will be for the extra. You should be able to find out on this site. I know I had read about some that have had it or have arranged to have it done soon.

Good luck,
Queena

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